Co-led by the vastly experienced Gbolahan Elias, SAN, G. Elias & Co advises both local and foreign clients on a range of legal matters relating to the energy industry. The team is well-placed to advise lenders on payment facilities, as well as exploration and production companies, in crude oil-related matters. Beyond this, the team’s client list includes construction companies, international entrants and public bodies. Okechukwu Okoro co-leads the team alongside Elias and has represented public and private sector clients across the electric power, oil and gas sectors. Emeka Ezekwesiri is a key part of the team.
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